Bioluminescence
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The Deep Sea Anglerfish
Dinoflagellates
Brittle Stars
Atolla Jellyfish
Vampire Squid
Fireflies
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Bioluminescence
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Which of the following is a factor in determining the color of light emitted in bioluminescence?
The color of the organism.
The presence of accessory proteins.
The amount of intermediate available for the reaction.
The surrounding temperature.
What percentage of dinoflagellates are planktonic?
70%
50%
90%
80%
What does the Atolla Jellyfish use its bioluminescence for?
For defense.
To lure prey.
To attract mates.
To see.
Which best describes the relationship between deep sea angler fish and light-producing bacteria?
Predator/Prey
Symbiotic
Neutralistic
Parasitic
What is the organ that generates bioluminescence in Vampire Squid?
Glow-sacs
Photoners
Luminephores
Photophores
Where in the world do most fireflies live?
Asia and Eastern Europe.
Asia and the Americas.
Africa and the Americas.
All 7 continents.
About how many different kinds of Brittle Star species are there?
1,800.
50.
10.
580.